The Enormous Word

"The Enormous Word" by William Oberfield is a science fiction story set in a bleak future where aliens have taken over Earth that follows a determined man named Winston Eberly as he fights back against his oppressors. Eberly, filled with a strong desire to free humanity, embarks on a dangerous mission to strike a blow against the blue-skinned invaders. His plan involves a small capsule of uranium, essential for creating an atomic bomb capable of destroying the aliens' city. Even after being captured and tortured, Eberly uses his wits to turn the tables on his captors, leading to a destructive act that wipes out the alien stronghold. The story highlights how resilient humans can be and discovers hope and courage in the most hopeless situations.